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Deck Building & Repair in Minneapolis, MN

Compare 5 local deck building & repair pros. Typical service: $37–$73.

Top Deck Building & Repair Companies in Minneapolis

  1. 1.Ridgeline Fence and Deck

    5.0★ (746 reviews)

    5.0★ from 746 reviews

    +16128684879Website

  2. 2.Integrity Structures

    5.0★ (58 reviews)

    5.0★ from 58 reviews

    +16124540393Website

  3. 3.RT Flanagan Construction

    5.0★ (23 reviews)

    5.0★ from 23 reviews

    +16083337145

  4. 4.Minneapolis Deck Builders

    5.0★ (19 reviews)

    5.0★ from 19 reviews

    +16124826374Website

  5. 5.Viking Aluminum

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

    +16124317588Website

Deck Building & Repair Cost in Minneapolis

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Minneapolis
Pressure-treated wood deck, installed$37–$73/sq ft
Composite deck, installed$61–$110/sq ft

Deck Building & Repair prices in Minneapolis run about 22% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 5 companies serving Minneapolis, rated 5.0★ on average across 848 customer reviews.

Minneapolis Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Minneapolis's weather means for scheduling deck building & repair.

Last spring frost
April 22
First fall frost
October 13
Annual precipitation
32.81"
Heating degree days
7,383
Cooling degree days
950
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan7.5°24.5°0.96"
Feb12.7°29.3°0.6"
Mar24.4°42.1°1.61"
Apr38°59°3.11"
May50.1°71.5°3.81"
Jun59.8°81.4°4.44"
Jul65.2°86.1°4.45"
Aug63.3°83.5°4.25"
Sep54.2°74°3.48"
Oct41°58.9°2.88"
Nov27.1°41.1°1.93"
Dec12.1°26.9°1.29"

NOAA station data 1.48 miles from Minneapolis.

Permits & Regulations in MN

  • Minnesota requires a residential remodeler license for contractors offering more than one building skill, unless gross annual receipts are under $15,000 and a certificate of exemption is held
  • Contractors offering only one special skill, such as painting, are exempt from licensing
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Minnesota residential remodeler license (unless under $15,000 a year)

Sources: www.dli.mn.gov

Deck Building & Repair FAQs for Minneapolis

How much does it cost to build a deck in Minneapolis?

A pressure-treated wood deck in Minneapolis typically runs $37-$73 per square foot installed; composite costs more.

How many deck builders serve Minneapolis?

We track 5 deck builders serving Minneapolis.

Is deck building in Minneapolis more expensive than average?

Carpentry labor in Minneapolis runs about +22.3% versus the national average.

Do I need a permit to build a deck in Minneapolis, MN?

In MN, Minnesota requires a residential remodeler license for contractors offering more than one building skill, unless gross annual receipts are under $15,000 and a certificate of exemption is held. Most Minneapolis decks attached to the house or raised off the ground need a building permit and footing inspection.

Wood or composite decking in Minneapolis?

With about 32.81 inches of rain a year in Minneapolis, wood needs sealing every couple of years; composite costs more up front but skips that upkeep.

Does composite decking get hot in Minneapolis?

It can -- with summer highs near 86F in Minneapolis, lighter colors and capped composite stay noticeably cooler underfoot.

How many quotes should I get for a deck in Minneapolis?

Three is typical; with 5 deck builders serving Minneapolis, compare the framing lumber, footings and railing included, not just the decking boards.

When is the best time to build a deck in Minneapolis?

Builders in Minneapolis book up in spring; signing in late fall or winter often means a better slot, and footings can be poured whenever the ground is not frozen.